1996 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |